Dive into the transformative world of OpenShift Virtualization as we highlight its pivotal role in the shift from traditional virtualization infrastructures to modern, Kubernetes-driven environments. At the heart of this discussion is KubeVirt, an innovative extension for Kubernetes that enables the seamless management of virtual machines alongside container workloads. Through an explorative journey, we aim to unravel the complexities of KubeVirt, providing clarity on its origins, development and role in bridging legacy applications with cloud-native paradigms.

This session provides virtualization subject matter experts with a comprehensive understanding of the Nutanix Cloud Platform. Tailored for professionals experienced in administering virtualization environments but new to Nutanix, it introduces the platform's architecture, core components, and operational workflows, highlighting how Nutanix simplifies management, enhances scalability, and integrates with existing virtualization skill sets. Attendees will gain the context and terminology needed to confidently navigate Nutanix concepts, preparing them for deeper technical engagements and solution design discussions.

In this briefing, we will look at VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) — both the strategy and the practical implementation. Understanding how VCF works, what its strengths/weaknesses are and how to best utilize VCF within your organization is key to properly leveraging VCF platform.

This session provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Hyper-V, tailored specifically for Virtual Infrastructure Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) considering or managing a migration to Hyper-V. With a focus on comparative analysis, the briefing highlights key architectural, operational, and feature differences between traditional hypervisor and Hyper-V. Attendees will gain insights into how Hyper-V aligns with and diverges from vSphere in terms of management, scalability, performance, and cost-effectiveness. By the end of the session, Virtualization SMEs will be equipped with the foundational knowledge needed to effectively evaluate and transition to Hyper-V within their virtualization strategy.